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Crowns and bridges

Dental crowns in Cali, Colombia

Crowns restore damaged teeth, and bridges replace missing teeth by spanning the gap. At GR Dents, crowns and crown bridges are typically finished in 5 days: an impression is taken on the first visit and the crown is cemented on the second. Dr. Juan Felipe Guerrero Bugallo, our cosmetic dentist, does the work.

We tell you the material and the price for your case in your quote. Free calls in English before you book.

Time in CaliAbout 5 daysVisitsImpression, then cementationTripsOneDone byA cosmetic dentist
Dr. Juan Felipe Guerrero Bugallo, cosmetic dentist at GR Dents in Cali, Colombia
A GR Dents patient checking her smile in a hand mirror at the clinic in Cali, Colombia

Crowns and bridges

When do you need a crown, and when a bridge?

A crown covers a whole tooth so it can be used normally again. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by joining a false tooth to crowns on the teeth on either side of the gap.

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    A crown, for a tooth that is still there

    Damaged, weakened by a large filling or a root canal, or worn down: the crown covers the whole tooth so it can be used normally again.

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    A bridge, for a tooth that is missing

    A false tooth joined to crowns on the teeth on either side of the gap.

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    Not the same as a veneer

    Veneers cover only the front of a tooth to change its shape or color; a crown covers the whole tooth.

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    Finished in 5 days

    The tooth is prepared and an impression is taken on the first visit, and the crown is cemented on the second. We tell you the material and the price for your case in your quote.

The two materials, and how long a crown lasts

We make crowns in E-max lithium disilicate and in zirconia. Which one suits a tooth depends on where it sits and what it has to take: the front of a smile asks for one thing, a molar that grinds asks for another, and that choice is part of the plan rather than a preference you have to have in advance.

Declared durability is more than 12 years, with the care any crown needs: brushing, floss, and the check-ups. That is how long the material lasts in service, and it is a different thing from the warranty, which is one year and covers material defects and workmanship. We keep the two apart on purpose, because putting them together is how a warranty ends up promising something nobody wrote down.

How to make a warranty claim

Only through our official WhatsApp line. We reply within 24 hours, and the dentist or team on your case assesses it. If it is covered, procedures, materials and lab costs are at no cost to you. If it is not, you pay, and we tell you the price first. Travel back to Cali is yours.

What it asks of you

Hygiene and periodontal check-ups at least twice a year, with us or with your dentist in the US. If something changes, send clinical photos, X-rays and, if possible, your dentist's report. A night guard is strongly recommended for ceramic restorations, especially if you grind or clench your teeth; if it is not made in Cali, make it with your dentist at home and wear it as directed, especially while you sleep.

A GR Dents patient smiling after her treatment in Cali, Colombia

One trip

Crowns, veneers and implants in one trip

Many patients who travel for porcelain veneers also need a crown on a tooth that is too damaged for a veneer, or a bridge where a tooth is missing. Because crowns and veneers are both finished in about 5 days, they are usually planned in the same trip, and the color of the crown is matched to the veneers.

Crowns also go on implants: the implant is placed on a first trip and the crown on a second, once the bone has healed.

* Additional fees may apply for any extra work. Contact us to learn more.

Crowns in 5 days

One trip is the usual plan for crowns and bridges on natural teeth.

  1. Before you travel

    Free quote and calls in English

    Send us your photos and tell us which teeth bother you. We reply with a treatment plan and its price, and you can schedule free calls with our team until every question is answered. A $500 USD deposit books your treatment dates and, if your package includes it, your hotel.

  2. Day 1

    Consultation and impression

    Examination and X-rays at the clinic, the final plan, the preparation of the tooth and the impression for your crown.

  3. Days 2 to 4

    Your crown is made

    Your crown is made while you stay in Cali. We confirm the details of the lab and the material for your case in your plan.

  4. Day 5

    Cementation and final check

    The crown is cemented and adjusted, with a final check before you travel back.

What a crown costs

What a crown costs depends on what it sits on: your own tooth, or an implant.

Crown on your own toothE-max lithium disilicate or zirconia
$300
Crown on an implant we placedAlready included in the implant price (from $1,700)
Included
Crown on an implant placed at another clinicDepends on the implant brand we have to connect to
$950 to $1,200
A tooth that needs a root canal or other work before the crown carries that too, and your plan says so before you book.

Crown, bridge or veneer: which one do you need?

A crown covers the whole tooth

A crown is the option when a tooth has a large filling, a root canal, a crack or heavy wear, and needs strength as much as looks. The tooth is shaped, an impression is taken, and the crown is made to fit over it.

A bridge replaces a missing tooth

A bridge joins a false tooth to crowns on the teeth on either side of the gap. It is finished in the same 5 days as a single crown. When the neighboring teeth are healthy and you would rather not touch them, an implant is the alternative; we explain both in your quote.

A veneer covers only the front

Veneers are thin porcelain shells bonded to the front of the teeth to change their shape or color with minimal enamel removal. They are a cosmetic option for teeth that are otherwise strong. If your tooth needs a crown, a veneer is not enough, and we tell you so.

Crown materials

Crowns are made in different materials, and the right one depends on where the tooth is, how much it shows when you smile and how hard you bite. We tell you the material we recommend for your case, and its price, in your quote.

Caring for crowns and bridges

Brush and floss as you do with natural teeth, use a floss threader under a bridge, and keep your regular check-ups. We tell you how long to expect your crown to last for your case, and the warranty terms, in your quote.

Who does the work

Dr. Juan Felipe Guerrero Bugallo, dentist focused on cosmetic dentistry and smile design at GR Dents in Cali, Colombia

Dr. Juan Felipe Guerrero Bugallo

Cosmetic dentistry · Smile design · Porcelain veneers

Dentist focused on cosmetic dentistry and smile design, graduate of Unicoc, with over 10 years of experience in smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, crowns, teeth whitening and resin treatments. He designs the final teeth of every implant case.

Dra. Catalina Rodríguez Hernández, periodontist who places our dental implants at GR Dents in Cali, Colombia

Dra. Catalina Rodríguez Hernández

Periodontics · Dental implants · Gum contouring

Periodontist, graduate of Universidad del Valle, with 7 years of experience in gum care and the placement of dental implants. She places every implant at GR Dents.

Dr. Carlos Alberto Zárate Lavao Oral rehabilitation

Specialist in Oral Rehabilitation (Universidad del Valle), with over 10 years of experience. He is the one who plans how a rebuilt mouth has to fit together and bite, which is the part of a full-arch or full-mouth case that decides whether it works.

Dr. Gustavo Adolfo Tovar Rangel Endodontics

Specialist in Endodontics (Universidad del Valle), with over 7 years of experience. He treats the teeth that have to be saved before anything cosmetic goes on top of them, which is why a root canal in a plan is not a detour.

Inside GR Dents in Pacific Mall, Cali

A treatment room at GR Dents in Pacific Mall, Cali, Colombia
A treatment room at GR Dents with a view over the north of Cali, Colombia
Two patients smiling in the GR Dents office in Cali, Colombia

Ready to plan your trip for crowns or bridges?

Send us your photos and tell us which teeth bother you, or book a free call in English. Dr. Juan Felipe and our team reply with a treatment plan, its price and the days you need in Cali.

Dr. Juan Felipe Guerrero Bugallo and Dra. Catalina Rodríguez Hernández, the doctors at GR Dents in Cali, Colombia, in clinic scrubs

Dental crowns in Colombia: questions patients ask us

How much does a dental crown cost in Colombia at GR Dents?

$300 on your own tooth, in E-max lithium disilicate or zirconia. On an implant it depends on who placed it: if we placed the implant, the crown is already inside its price (from $1,700); if another clinic placed it, the crown is $950 to $1,200 depending on the implant brand we have to connect to.

How long does a crown last?

It depends on the material and on how you care for it. We tell you what to expect for your case, and the warranty terms, in your quote.

Crown or veneer: which one do I need?

Veneers cover the front of a tooth to change its shape or color; a crown covers the whole tooth when it is damaged or weakened. Send us your photos and we tell you which one fits your case.

Do I need a root canal before a crown?

Not always. A crown is often placed on a tooth that already had a root canal, but a tooth without infection can be crowned without one. Dr. Juan Felipe reviews your photos and X-ray and tells you in your plan whether your tooth needs a root canal first. Root canals are also done at GR Dents.

Can I get a crown on an implant?

Yes. The implant is placed by our periodontist on a first trip and the crown goes on 4 to 6 months later, on a second trip. Our dental implants page explains how the two trips work.

Can I get crowns and veneers in the same trip?

Often yes. We confirm what can be done in one trip, and how many days it takes, when we review your case.

How do I book, and is a deposit required?

First, get your free online quote: our team reviews your case and sends a personalized treatment plan and cost estimate. When you are ready to move forward, a non-refundable $500 USD deposit books your treatment dates at the clinic and, if your package includes it, your hotel reservation.

How can I pay for the treatment?

Full payment is due at the clinic in Cali when treatment is provided. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express, wire transfers, PayPal, Zelle and cash. We do not offer in-house payment plans or third-party financing.

How long does a crown last, and what does the warranty cover?

Declared durability is more than 12 years with normal care. The warranty is one year and covers material defects and workmanship; it does not cover damage from misuse or trauma, and it does not cover travel if you need to come back for it.

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